Bronx Park is a neighborhood located in Ward 1 of St. Louis Park and covers 33 blocks. Bronx Park is bordered by Minnetonka Boulevard to the north, Burlington Northern Railroad to the south, Louisiana Avenue to the west, and the CP Railroad to the east. Bronx Park offers nearly 1,000 single-family homes with a population… Read more »

The neighborhood community of Blackstone covers 44 blocks and is located on the northeast corner of St. Louis Park, just 4 miles west of downtown Minneapolis. Blackstone was organized when the city of St. Louis Park was constructed in 1890 for retail, industrial, and residential use. St. Louis Park was built along the Minneapolis and… Read more »

The neighborhood community of Amhurst is located in the southwest corner of St Louis Park in Ward 3. Amhurst occupies an area of 52.2 acres with a population of 450 residents. Amhurst is bordered by West 36th Street to the north, Highway 7 to the south, Highway 169 to the east, and the city of… Read more »

Students in Pine Springs are served by Independent School District 832 also known as Mahtomedi Public Schools. The mission of Mahtomedi Public Schools is to provide a learning community in which all students can learn, thrive, and succeed in a global society. Their vision is to engage, challenge, and inspire all students to to create… Read more »

Birchwood is a stylish neighborhood situated in the heart of St. Louis Park. The City of St. Louis Park underwent extensive population growth after World War II. In the 1940s and 1950s, approximately seven people moved into the area per day. Because of this, about sixty percent of the homes in the area were built… Read more »

The city of Pine Springs, Minnesota covers a total area of 0.95 square miles, 0.80 of which is land. Although there are not any parks within the city, there are plenty in nearby cities that residents can use and enjoy. Southwest Park: The park is located just 6 minutes from Pine Springs in Mahtomedi. Southwest… Read more »

The Village of Pine Springs was started in 1959 forming from parts of Lincoln and East Oakdale Townships. Shortly afterward the 118 residents of the town held an election and successfully incorporated Pine Springs as a city. Later on the city of Pine Springs successfully voted to add the west side of Long Lake as… Read more »

The city of Pine Springs, Minnesota is located 13 miles northeast of St. Paul in Washington County. The city of Pine Springs covers a total area of 0.59 square miles and has a population of 394. It is a small residential community with friendly people and beautiful scenery bordering Long Lake. Pine Springs offers a… Read more »

Oakdale, Minnesota covers a total of 11.29 square miles of land. The city maintains recreational activities at approximately 30 different locations throughout the town. Residents have no shortage of recreational opportunities, with activities such as tennis, swimming, golf, organized sports, and biking available in Oakdale. Some of the most notable parks include: Eastside Park: Eastside… Read more »

Early settlers to the City of Oakdale were primarily farmers, who mainly grew wheat because of the sandy loam soil that was consistent in the area. The town received its name after the wide assortment of trees that were found, including bur, white, and black oak. The different lakes in the city also attracted many… Read more »

The City of Oakdale, Minnesota is served by the Independent School District 622, also known as the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District. The district itself serves over 74,000 residents from seven different communities in the Twin Cities metro area. Within Oakdale, there are four elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. Perhaps the… Read more »

Oakdale, Minnesota, located in Washington County, is the 32nd largest city in the state. Even with its large population size, Oakdale remains a tight-knit community with a small-town feel. Many of its residents both live and work in the city. The community of Oakdale is built around its events, amenities, and location. The community of… Read more »

Mendota Heights, Minnesota is spread out over approximately 10 square miles of land; 242 acres of which is park land. Residents of Mendota Heights enjoy riverside parks, lake parks, a wildlife preserve, and scenic bluffs. The city also maintains over 20 miles of trails for walking, bicycling, bird watching, and nature hikes. Some of the… Read more »

Mendota Heights, Minnesota is a first ring, southern suburb of the Twin Cities. Known as the city between Minneapolis and St. Paul, Mendota Heights is a high quality community and is listed as one of the highest-income places in the United States. The Mendota Heights family community enjoys a country feel with city amenities. Because… Read more »

The first settlers to the Mendota Heights area were French and British fur traders. In 1699, French explorer Pierre Charles Le Sueur sailed through the Mendota Heights’ bluffs on the Mississippi River looking for copper. In the 1700’s, the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers became a popular destination for French and British fur… Read more »